OVERVIEW
The Dobot Nova Series, Nova 2 and Nova 5, are compact, lightweight collaborative robot arms (cobots) built for environments where space, safety, and ease of use matter as much as performance.
- Nova 2: 625 mm reach, 2 kg payload, 6-axis. Built for small-object handling and service tasks.
- Nova 5: 850 mm reach, 5 kg payload, 6-axis. Built for larger service tasks and light-industrial applications.
The Nova series is designed for labs, small businesses, and light-industrial settings, and can be used by anyone, even with minimal to zero coding experience.
The Nova 2 and Nova 5 come with customizable exterior shell colors to match branding, an intuitive graphical programming interface that doesn't require coding experience, and cloud-based monitoring for fleet management and software updates.
DOBOT NOVA SERIES FEATURES
- Nova 2 Reach & Payload: 625 mm reach, 2 kg payload
- Nova 5 Reach & Payload: 850 mm reach, 5 kg payload
- Compact Footprint: Fits into under 1 m², ideal for labs, counters, and small stations
- Beginner-Friendly Programming: Tasks can be taught by physically guiding the arm through a motion, or built visually using Dobot's graphical, block-based interface
- High Speed, But Safe: Built-in force/collision sensors continuously monitor for unexpected contact. If triggered, the arm stops within 0.01 seconds
- Easy Setup, Flexible Mounting: Can be installed at any angle (countertop, wall, or overhead) and connected to its compact controller box
- Customizable Exterior Color: Interchangeable shell covers can match store or brand aesthetics
- Open Software Ecosystem: SDK support (C++, C#, Python) and ROS1/ROS2 compatibility for integration into existing systems
- Scale as Needed: Both share the same software and control ecosystem - no need for extra training for team members
- 1-Year InDro Warranty & Support
DOBOT NOVA 2 COLLABORATIVE ROBOT ARM
Built for tight spaces and customer-facing work, the Dobot Nova 2 is a 2 kg-payload, 6-axis cobot designed to bring automation directly into labs, small production stations, and retail counters. At just 11 kg and requiring only about 1 m² of installation space, it's one of the most approachable cobots in Dobot's lineup specialized for repetitive tasks.
Dobot Nova 2 Applications
- Light assembly and small pick-and-place
- Education and robotics training
- Lab automation and sample handling
- Retail automation (vending, product handling, display restocking)
- Food service tasks - plating, dispensing, simple prep, beverage preparation
DOBOT NOVA 5 COLLABORATIVE ROBOT ARM
Stepping up in both payload and reach, the Dobot Nova 5 is a 5 kg-payload, 6-axis cobot built for tasks that need a larger working radius. It keeps the same compact, people-friendly design philosophy as the Nova 2, just scaled up to cover more demanding jobs, while still fitting into roughly 1 m² of floor space.
Dobot Nova 5 Applications
- Light-industrial pick-and-place and assembly with high speed
- Machine tending for small components
- Consumer electronics, semiconductor, and automotive sub-assembly handling
- Inspection and quality testing
- Physiotherapy and massage-style service applications in clinics
- Larger-scale food and beverage service tasks
DOBOT NOVA SERIES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS & COMPARISON
| Specification | Nova 2 | Nova 5 |
| Payload | 2 kg (4.4 lbs) | 5 kg (11 lbs) |
| Reach | 625 mm (24.6 in) | 850 mm (33.5 in) |
| Weight | 11 kg (24.3 lbs) | 14 kg (30.9 lbs) |
| Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
| Max. Speed | 1.6 m/s | 2 m/s |
| Degree of Freedom | 6-axis | 6-axis |
| Max. Joint speed (All Joints) | 135°/s | 100°/s |
| Joint range of motion |
J1: ±360° J2: ±180° J3: ±156° J4 to J6: ±360° |
J1: ±360° J2: ±180° J3: ±160° J4 to J6: ±360° |
| End Effector I/O |
DI/DO: 2 channels RS485: Supported |
DI/DO: 2 channels RS485: Supported |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Temperature range | 0℃~50℃ | 0℃~50℃ |
| Noise Level | 65dB(A) | 70dB(A) |
| Power Consumption |
Typical Power: 100W Max. Power: 250W |
Typical Power: 230W Max. Power: 770W |
| Safety - Collision Detection | 1 ms response | 1 ms response |
| Mounting Method | Any Orientation | Any Orientation |
| Communication | Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, RS485 (×1), USB (×2), LAN (×2) | Modbus TCP, TCP/IP, RS485 (×1), USB (×2), LAN (×2) |
ROBOT CONTROL CABINET SPECIFICATIONS
| Input Power | 30 to 60V DC |
| I/O Power | 24V, Max 2A, Max 0.5A for each channel |
| Dimensions | 200 mm x 120 mm x 55 mm (7.9 in x 4.7 in x 2.2 in) |
| Weight | 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) |
DOBOT NOVA SERIES RELEVANT RESOURCES
Dobot Nova Series Other Resources
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